Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs SMU Mustangs Point Spread Picks

This marks the third time in two weeks that Notre Dame is getting more than nine points. Although their Atlantic Coast Conference record is 2-9, which is tied for last, the Irish are tough in this role as a big underdog. They took Virginia to overtime before losing 100-97 as 9.5-point underdogs on Jan. 27, and then lost to Louisville 76-65 as 18.5-point road underdogs six days ago. SMU has a 3-5 record against the spread this season when favored by 11.5 points or more. The Mustangs are 1-2 in their last three games. They rank 244th defensively, allowing an average of 77.4 points per game. Notre Dame ranks 207th defensively, surrendering an average of 75.9 points a game. The line is inflated enough to back the Irish. Take Notre Dame.